Best Next Big Idea Club Podcasts (2024)

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INFERNAL MACHINE: Dynamite, Anarchy and the Future of Creativity 1:09:34

5m ago1:09:34

1:09:34

Steven Johnson returns! He's with us today to talk about his new book, "The Infernal Machine: A True Story of Dynamite, Terror, and the Rise of the Modern Detective," and his new day job helping Google develop AI tools for writers. 🔊 You can listen to Steven's previous appearances on this show here, here, here and here 🎧 To purchase a copy of Steve…

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Can Big Tech Be Contained? 12:10

2h ago12:10

12:10

Our dependence on the big five tech companies threatens our civil rights, economy, and democracy. Tom Kemp has a plan to rein them in. 📩 Sign up for our newsletter here!By Next Big Idea Club

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When Data Drives the Revolution ft. Sol Rashidi 53:13

39m ago53:13

53:13

🔥 Get FREE ACCESS to Real Vision https://rvtv.io/41tyn6M C-suite data leader and author of Your AI Survival Guide, Sol Rashidi, joins Ash Bennington to discuss her extensive background and experience as a chief data officer for multiple AI, data, and technology companies, her thoughts on the current state of artificial intelligence, and what the fu…

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Finding for the Good in Bad English 12:43

3h ago12:43

12:43

Today, linguist Valerie Fridland ("Like, Literally, Dude") takes us on a tour of the speech habits we love to hate and makes the surprising argument that "like's" and "literally's" make us better communicators.By Next Big Idea Club

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The Surprising Connection Between Metabolism and Limitless Health 20:22

11m ago20:22

20:22

In her #1 New York Times bestseller, "Good Energy," Casey Means argues that improving your metabolic health is the key to feeling better and living longer.By Next Big Idea Club

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What if Innovation Isn’t All It’s Cracked Up To Be? 16:20

2h ago16:20

16:20

Has our idolatry of innovation gone too far? Lee Vinsel and Andrew L. Russell think so. Their book is "The Innovation Delusion: How Our Obsession with the New Has Disrupted the Work That Matters Most." *The Next Big Idea Club* Listeners to this show get 20% off a Next Big Idea Club subscription when they use the code DAILY at nextbigideaclub.com…

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How Outdoor Adventure Improves Our Lives as We Age 17:40

5d ago17:40

17:40

Adventurer Caroline Paul shares key insights from her new book "Tough Broad."By Next Big Idea Club

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UNCERTAINTY: The Surprising Power of Being Unsure 46:04

1d ago46:04

46:04

Could embracing uncertainty be the key to thriving in our age of unpredictability? That's the premise of Maggie Jackson's new book, "Uncertain: The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Unsure," which was chosen by our curators — Malcolm Gladwell, Adam Grant, Susan Cain, and Daniel Pink — as one of the year's best works of nonfiction. Maggie sat down with our…

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How America Weaponized the World Economy 13:10

1d ago13:10

13:10

Today, Georgetown's Abraham Newman shares a few key insights from his recent book "Underground Empire."By Next Big Idea Club

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The Mysterious Anomalies Challenging Our Understanding of the Universe 11:00

2d ago11:00

11:00

Harry Cliff offers an eye-opening account of the inexplicable phenomena that science has only recently glimpsed, and that could transform our understanding of the fundamental nature of reality.By Next Big Idea Club

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The Peril and Promise of Medicinal Psychedelics 13:32

4d ago13:32

13:32

Psychedelics are a buzzy new mental health treatment. Do they work, and are they safe? The New York Times' Ernesto Londoño reports.By Next Big Idea Club

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Time Management Tips From Google’s Productivity Expert 14:26

5d ago14:26

14:26

Tens of thousands of Google employees rely on Laura Mae Martin's strategies for how to make the most of their time. Now she's going to share those strategies with you. Laura's new book is "Uptime: A Practical Guide to Personal Productivity and Wellbeing."By Next Big Idea Club

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Crypto: The Wealth Machine with James from InvestAnswers 1:18:33

6d ago1:18:33

1:18:33

🔥 Get FREE ACCESS to Real Vision https://rvtv.io/41tyn6M Real Vision co-founder and CEO Raoul Pal welcomes James from InvestAnswers for a fascinating conversation on the future of crypto, technology, and global macro. Together, they explore James’ journey as an investor and popular YouTuber, COVID’s role in changing people’s perceptions of crypto a…

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The Science of Personality Change 11:53

9d ago11:53

11:53

Neuroscientist Christian Jarrett on how we can change ourselves for the better.By Next Big Idea Club

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EDUCATION 4o: How AI Will Revolutionize the Way We Learn 1:07:31

8d ago1:07:31

1:07:31

AI is coming for education. According to our guest today, Sal Khan, that's a good thing. Sal is the founder of Khan Academy, which has provided free education to more than 140 million learners, and the author of "Brave New Words: How AI Will Revolutionize Education (and Why That's a Good Thing)."By Next Big Idea Club

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"Wealth Supremacy: How the Extractive Economy and the Biased Rules of Capitalism Drive Today’s Crises" by Marjorie Kelly 17:14

10d ago17:14

17:14

Marjorie Kelly, a distinguished senior fellow at The Democracy Collaborative, argues that a bias toward wealth has warped the economy. Here's what we can do about it.By Next Big Idea Club

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The Inside Story of Presidents in Crisis 17:06

11d ago17:06

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The one and only George Stephanopoulos stops by to share five key insights from his No. 1 New York Times bestseller "The Situation Room: The Inside Story of Presidents in Crisis."By Next Big Idea Club

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How to Soothe Your Body and Mind in Minutes 12:04

16d ago12:04

12:04

Today, Jennifer L. Taitz, a clinical psychologist at UCLA, shares a few calming insights from her new book, "Stress Resets."By Next Big Idea Club

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How to Ask Better Questions 16:08

14d ago16:08

16:08

Do you struggle to connect with other people? It could be because you're not asking the right questions. In this episode, leadership expert Jeff Wetzler shares strategies for asking deep questions drawn from his latest book, "Ask: Tap Into the Hidden Wisdom of People Around You for Unexpected Breakthroughs In Leadership and Life."…

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URGENT Update with Raoul Pal 5:15

16d ago5:15

5:15

🔥 Join the Polkadot community here: http://realvision.com/polkadot It’s Daily Briefing time, but instead, we have a critical Town Hall update from Real Vision co-founder and CEO Raoul Pal. He'll share a series of key changes and additions for RV members, as Real Vision continues its mission to give you the best knowledge, the best tools, and the be…

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A Town Hall with Raoul Pal: What’s Next? 27:24

14d ago27:24

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🔥 Join the Polkadot community here: http://realvision.com/polkadot It’s Daily Briefing time, but instead, we have a critical Town Hall update from Real Vision co-founder and CEO Raoul Pal. He'll share a series of key changes and additions for RV members, as Real Vision continues its mission to give you the best knowledge, the best tools, and the be…

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Corporate Crimes, Backdoor Bailouts, and the Death of Freedom 11:00

17d ago11:00

11:00

What if everything you think you know about capitalism is wrong? Guest: Grace Blakeley Book: Vulture Capitalism: Corporate Crimes, Backdoor Bailouts, and the Death of Freedom Be sure to check out our newsletter on LinkedIn!By Next Big Idea Club

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#1043 - Is It Time to Take Profits in Nvidia? with Mish Schneider 38:59

15d ago38:59

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🔥 Join the Polkadot community here: http://realvision.com/polkadot Mish Schneider, the chief strategist at MarketGauge, joins Maggie Lake to discuss the surge in Nvidia stock, whether it's a good time to invest in commodities, and the latest developments in the crypto market. Keen to really dig into learning how to trade, but need the comfort of an…

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AFTERLIFE: Sebastian Junger’s Journey to the Edge and Back 1:03:45

15d ago1:03:45

1:03:45

On a June night several years ago, Sebastian Junger, bestselling author of "The Perfect Storm" and co-director of the Oscar-nominated documentary "Restrepo," lay on an operating table, dying. An undiagnosed aneurysm in his pancreatic artery had ruptured, flooding his abdominal cavity with blood. His odds of survival were between 10 and 20 percent. …

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A Brief History of Intelligence 15:11

21d ago15:11

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Today, Max Bennett explains how understanding the story of how our brains evolved can help shape the next generation of AI breakthroughs.By Next Big Idea Club

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#1042 - Can Tech Lead the Market Higher? w/ Liz Ann Sonders 34:34

16d ago34:34

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🔥 Join the Polkadot community here: http://realvision.com/polkadot Liz Ann Sonders, Managing Director & Cheif Investment Strategist at Charles Schwab, joins Maggie Lake to discuss the recent down move in treasury yields, which has provided a tailwind for stocks, the "worse than expected" economic data and how strong earnings, particularly from tech…

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How Small Actions Can Have a Big Impact 15:46

22d ago15:46

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Today, Adaira Landry and Resa Lewiss, a pair of Harvard-trained physicians, share actionable career advice from "MicroSkills: Small Actions, Big Impact."By Next Big Idea Club

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#1041 - What's the New 60/40 Portfolio? With Jim Bianco 38:31

20d ago38:31

38:31

🔥 Join the Polkadot community here: http://realvision.com/polkadot Jim Bianco, president of Bianco Research, joins Maggie Lake to discuss the ongoing rally in equities and crypto, why Nvidia earnings are as important as CPI and payroll numbers, where rates are heading, and what's driving the spike in crypto. Polkadot is a leading layer zero blockch…

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No-BS Secrets to Success 14:52

23d ago14:52

14:52

Jim VandeHei co-founded two highly influential news outlets, Politico and Axios. But as he explains in today's episode, his path to success was far from straightforward.By Next Big Idea Club

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#1040 - What’s Driving the Record Stock Rally? with Michael Howell 37:38

18d ago37:38

37:38

Michael Howell, CEO of CrossBorder Capital, joins Maggie Lake to examine the liquidity dynamics that are impacting both markets and the global economy, the policies of central banks around the world, and the significant role the People's Bank of China (PBOC) plays in the business cycle. 🔥 Join the Polkadot community here: http://realvision.com/polk…

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What 20th Century Anarchy Can Teach Us About Contemporary Polarization 13:48

24d ago13:48

13:48

Steven Johnson returns to share some key insights from his new book "The Infernal Machine: A True Story of Dynamite, Terror, and the Rise of the Modern Detective."By Next Big Idea Club

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Solana: The Big Crypto Bet ft. Raoul Pal & Joe McCann 1:25:27

20d ago1:25:27

1:25:27

🔥 Join the Polkadot community here: http://realvision.com/polkadot Real Vision co-founder and CEO Raoul Pal sits down with Joe McCann, founder, CEO, and CIO of the hedge fund Asymmetric, to discuss Joe’s story and background, his thesis on the rise of Solana, nailing the meme coin cycle, and where the whole crypto space is going next. Recorded on M…

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Raoul Pal: Quick Crypto Market Update 20:08

21d ago20:08

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🔥 Join the Polkadot community here: http://realvision.com/polkadot Join Real Vision co-founder and CEO Raoul Pal for an important market update on what’s happening in crypto markets. Is there more pain to come in this selloff? As Raoul puts it, “Stay calm, stick to the plan, and don’t fck this up.” Polkadot is a leading layer zero blockchain with o…

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#1039 - Will Dollar Weakness Bring Rate Cuts? With Dr. Komal Sri-Kumar and Dale Pinkert 36:56

21d ago36:56

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🔥 Join the Polkadot community here: http://realvision.com/polkadot Dr. Komal Sri-Kumar, president of Sri-Kumar Global Strategies, joins special guest host Dale Pinkert, trading coach at TradeGateHub, to discuss why this week's inflation data isn't necessarily a reason to "pop the champagne," why Fed Chair Jerome Powell's remarks about no upcoming r…

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A Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control 17:02

27d ago17:02

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To end the week, we'll hear from Katherine Morgan Schafler, a former on-site therapist at Google, who challenges us to change the way we look at perfectionism.By Next Big Idea Club

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#1038 - Are There Speed Bumps Ahead for Bulls? w/Cem Karsan 33:33

22d ago33:33

33:33

🔥 Join the Polkadot community here: http://realvision.com/polkadot Cem Karsan, founder of Kai Volatility Advisors, joins Maggie Lake to examine the current market rally, the macroeconomic backdrop, what options flows suggest about market sentiment and structure, and how these factors dictate market behavior. Polkadot is a leading layer zero blockch…

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FUNNER: How Language Evolves and Why It Matters 1:08:55

24d ago1:08:55

1:08:55

You may think the English language is static, solid, set in its ways. But the language of Shakespeare has changed quite a bit since the Bard's day. Some rules have been bent, others broken. Old words have faded into obscurity, while new slang has burst onto the scene. (Goodbye, crapulous. Hello, awesomesauce!) When faced with this linguistic upheav…

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What a CBS News Correspondent Saw on the Front Lines of the Climate Crisis 15:57

28d ago15:57

15:57

In "Before It's Gone: Stories from the Front Lines of Climate Change in Small-Town America," Jonathan Vigliotti shares the stories of regular Americans who are confronting the effects of climate disaster.By Next Big Idea Club

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#1037 - Ride of Fade the Stock Rally? With Jared Dillian 32:43

23d ago32:43

32:43

🔥 Join the Polkadot community here: http://realvision.com/polkadot Jared Dillian, editor of the Daily Dirtnap, joins Maggie Lake to discuss current market sentiment following today's mild CPI print, what the latest inflation data means for potential rate cuts in 2024, and the best strategies for navigating this stock surge. If you’re interested in …

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Can Big Tech Be Reined In? 15:09

29d ago15:09

15:09

As chairman of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), Tom Wheeler advocated for stronger legislation of big tech companies. In his new book, "Techlash: Who Makes the Rules in the Digital Gilded Age?," he says there's more to be done.By Next Big Idea Club

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#1036 - Meme Stocks Roar Back… Will It Last? With Tony Greer 30:09

24d ago30:09

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🔥 Join the Polkadot community here: http://realvision.com/polkadot Tony Greer, editor of the Morning Navigator, joins Maggie Lake to discuss the renewed meme stock frenzy, this morning’s hotter-than-expected PPI print, tomorrow's CPI expectations, and how he’s navigating this current market landscape. RV members can save $200 on an annual subscript…

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When Extreme Wellness Causes Real Damage 16:52

1M ago16:52

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Jacqueline Alnes was a DI runner in college, but her athletic career was cut short by a series of mysterious neurological symptoms. Her search for a cure led her to discover the dark side of wellness culture. Her new book is "The Fruit Cure: The Story of Extreme Wellness Turned Sour."By Next Big Idea Club

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#1035 - What's the Best Way to Play AI? ft. Joe Zhao 37:37

25d ago37:37

37:37

🔥 Join the Polkadot community here: http://realvision.com/polkadot Joe Zhao, partner at Millennia Capital, joins Maggie Lake to explore the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. They assess applications and features leading the way in AI innovation, the potential investment opportunities AI can create for your portfolio, and how this trend…

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Are You Suffering From Microstress? 16:09

1M ago16:09

16:09

Are all the little things getting you down? Rob Cross and Karen Dillon are here to help. Their new book is "The Microstress Effect: How Little Things Pile Up and Create Big Problems--and What to Do about It."By Next Big Idea Club

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My Life in 4 Trades: Dan Tapiero 1:16:30

27d ago1:16:30

1:16:30

🔥 Get FREE ACCESS to Real Vision https://rvtv.io/41tyn6M Dan Tapiero, founder, CEO, and CIO of 10T Holdings, joins Maggie Lake to take us on a fascinating journey from his childhood in New York City to a career in high-stakes trading alongside investment legends like Julian Robertson. Dan shares the four trades that defined his career and what he's…

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3 Ideas to Energize Your Portfolio ft. Josh Young and Damian Horner 1:01:06

27d ago1:01:06

1:01:06

🔥 Get FREE ACCESS to Real Vision https://rvtv.io/41tyn6M Real Vision co-founder Damian Horner welcomes Josh Young, founder and CIO of energy hedge fund Bison Interests, for an exploration of his 3 favorite investment ideas in the energy equity space and why global oil demand will not slow any time soon. Unlock the potential to showcase your brand t…

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#1034 - Buy in May and Go Away? Ft. Peter Boockvar 36:11

28d ago36:11

36:11

🔥 ENDS TODAY: Get 30% OFF RV Crypto https://rvtv.io/3WaWTsV Peter Boockvar, CIO of Bleakley Financial Group and author of The Boock Report, joins Maggie Lake to analyze this week’s economic data, look ahead to next week's inflation print, and discuss the other key factors that he sees driving global markets.If you want access to the type of researc…

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Forget Habits. You Need Rituals. 9:58

1M ago9:58

9:58

Harvard's Michael Norton says cultivating a "ritual" mindset can infuse our lives with meaning. His new book is "The Ritual Effect: From Habit to Ritual, Harness the Surprising Power of Everyday Actions."By Next Big Idea Club

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#1033 - Are Investors Too Bearish on China? ft. Shehzad Qazi | China's Economic Data & Property Problems 35:34

1M ago35:34

35:34

🔥 30% OFF RV Crypto until May 10 https://rvtv.io/3WaWTsV Shehzad Qazi, managing director and COO at China Beige Book International, joins Maggie Lake to discuss the nuances of China's improving economic data, the measures being taken to address the country's property woes, and the potential impact of the U.S. election on the looming specter of a tr…

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DEMON OF UNREST: Why the Civil War Matters Today (with Erik Larson) 54:00

1M ago54:00

54:00

Erik Larson is probably the most successful popular historian working today. His books, which include “The Devil in the White City” and “The Splendid and the Vile,” have sold a staggering 12 million copies. His latest, “The Demon of Unrest: A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War,” debuted at No. 1 on the New York Tim…

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